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847-849 Kearny St

Financial District North, SF 94133 0194002 3 units · 2 fl · 1906

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Financial District North
At or below average
avg 3.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Financial District North average of 3.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 847-849 Kearny St rent-controlled?

San Francisco's Rent Ordinance caps rent increases and provides eviction protection for most residential units built before 1979 with 2+ units. Here's how this building scores.

Built before 1979
Built 1906
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
CCB
Likely rent-controlled. Building age and unit count suggest this property falls under San Francisco's Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1906
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors2
Year built1906
Total area3,900 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0194002
Ownership

Registered owner per SF Assessor-Recorder (secured roll).

Mailing address
Lim Edmond Member 6 Estero Ave San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
060319

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847 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA 94133
849 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The 847-849 Kearny Street property is a two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1906, containing 3 units and including approximately 1 retail space (Flat & Store), currently owned by 849 Kearny Street LLC. The building has undergone several significant structural and safety maintenance work over its history, with notable foundation work completed in 2001-2002 to underpin the foundation on the north property line, and a substantial electrical upgrade in 2014 to 400A service. Recent improvements include a filed kitchen and bathroom renovation for the second-floor rear unit in 2021.

The property has experienced recurring fire safety concerns, with violations noted between 2017 and 2024 related to alarm systems, sprinkler/standpipe systems, fire escapes, and multiple fire code violations. Of particular concern are the two violations issued in February 2024 for alarm systems and sprinkler systems, as well as a November 2022 violation for UL certificate verification and a sprinkler/standpipe systems issue. The building's maintenance history shows attention to structural integrity, including earlier electrical service upgrades and various street space and sidewalk maintenance permits. While the building has responded to most violations (many marked as abated), the pattern of fire safety issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The surrounding area has experienced persistent street hygiene and maintenance challenges, with multiple recent 311 calls between 2024-2025 regarding garbage, debris, and cleanliness issues in the vicinity of the property, though these are external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 847-849 Kearny St's risk score is calculated

We trained a model on 7 years of SF DBI inspection data — notice of violation filings, complaint history, and owner track records. It estimates the probability that DBI inspectors will issue a Notice of Violation at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.

What the score means for you

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
81th percentile

Out of 145 buildings in this neighborhood, 28 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
81%
No DBI
violation
19%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Construction type (C)

The building's construction type on file, which affects its maintenance risk profile.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 70.2%
Moderate concern 20.3%
Severe concern 9.5%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

847-849 Kearny St event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2021
Building Permit Oct 21
Renovate kitchen/ bath in kind: work on level 2 rear unit only.
$25,000 · Cancelled

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